A Celebration of Life for former Sen. Carolyn Allen is scheduled at 2 pm., Oct 2 at Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, 3830 N Marshall Way in Scottsdale.

Shari Farrington, Long-Time Congressman Trent Frank’s Assistant: Many of you have contacted our office expressing concerns regarding ceding control of the internet to another entity. Please click saving-internet-freedom to access a short article which will give you some good background on the issue. I do want to assure you that Mr. Franks will continue doing everything he can to stop the process of ceding control of the internet.

Donald Trump’s Arizona Chairman Rep Phil Lovas will speak to the Paradise Republican Women at noon, Sat., Oct 8 at the Gainey Golf Club, 7600 E Gainey Club Drive in Scottsdale. 10:30 am social, 11 am mtg. noon luncheon. $30 per person. Lovas was appointed to the Arizona House of Representatives in February 2012. He was elected to a full term in November 2012 and won re-election in 2014. During his time in the legislature he has chaired the Insurance Committee and served on the Health, Education, Government and Children and Family Affairs Committees.Buy Tickets!

Barbara Medal, LD 4th Vice Chair and Maricopa County Sargent-at -Arms: Fellow Republican’s I had the pleasure of joining the Concerned Veterans For America at an event where they are launching a GOTV targeting vets. They are doing the job that we have needed to do and not been very good at implementing for years. Not only have these men and women that have endured injury, loss of limb and even stared death in the face and willing to lay down their lives for our freedom; but they have been forgotten by those that they defended. Our Party elected officials have not adequately addressed the horrendous injustice and downright neglect these heroes have suffered at the hands of a corrupt and inept Veteran’s Administration bureaucracy. I just would like to appeal to YOU, my fellow PCs, to join these heroes, with your support, your help and for those of you who have served our great nation, join them and this organization. For more information call Shane Levinson 602-448-6150 or email slevinson@cv4a.org

Charles “Hos” Hoskins, Maricopa County Treasurer: Regarding Laurie Roberts: -Why-Royce-Flora-Allowed-Campaign-Treasurer-Our-Dime I am pleased that she included a copy of Mr. Flora’s letter so everyone can see that is void of any “vote-for-me” language. It is informative and states our commitment to service. It is also part of our effort to support Maricopa County’s Strategic Plan that states – “By the end of 2018, the Treasurer’s Office will increase the number of parcels enrolled to receive paperless statements to 10% . . .” View the entire plan at: http://www.maricopa.gov/StrategicPlan/pdf/StrategicPlan2015-2018v0_0_1.pdf The purpose of the tax bill insert was to persuade property owners to pay their taxes online. This allows us to capture email addresses of taxpayers that are computer savvy so we can offer them the option to receive their tax bills electronically instead of by mail. The cost of printing, paper and staff time to mail tax bills is expensive. Our mailing budget this fiscal year is $905,140 which is bordering on the absurd considering that the technology to go paperless has been around for decades. We have not been able to move toward a paperless environment due to our outdated (1988) IT system which we are in the process of replacing. In fiscal year 2016 we received 2,723,528 property tax payments of which 300,880 (11%) were made online. We need to get the number of online payments up to 500,000 to justify the programming costs associated with delivering tax bills electronically. I don’t expect Mr. Royce’s letter to come close to that, but every available opportunity to increase online payments must be pursued. Finally, anyone that thinks that there is some political benefit from associating your name with property tax bills that have increased considerably should see our mail and answer our phone.

LD18 PC Larry Hilliard: Coming up short means tough budget decisions. It means that we can't afford the next direct mailer or those extra clipboards for voter registration drives. 9/29 email from Pat Barrett (via bluestatedigital.com) I just met with the congresswoman, and we crunched the numbers. We’re still $9,394 short of where we need to be at midnight on the 30th. If we don't close the gap, we'll have to start making really tough budget calls. From most recent Kyrsten Sinema for Congress campaign financial report: Total Receipts: $3,344,720; Total Disbursements: $2,060,156... Cash Summary / Ending Cash on Hand: $1,587,678 And everyday there are multiple emails from her campaign that she NEEDS more money? Really?

LD13 PC Scott Powelson responds to Mitt Romney’s plead for funding for House Speaker Paul Ryan: I want both of you gone from politics. I don't trust either of you at all you are both symptoms of the problems our nation is dying from. Please slither back into whatever black hole the establishment keeps you in and return not while this country has the spark of liberty! Never contact me again.

4. Since a handful of republicans already vote with democrats on important issues, this will be a major disaster for all conservatives throughout the whole state, not only within the lost districts.

Therefore, we must do all we can to maintain our republican majority in the AZ senate. If you are in a district that is not facing strong competition, you may wish to help out with any of these contested campaigns. If so, contact them directly using the following contact information:

The Sun City Tea Party Patriots “Trump-Pence Drive to Victory Rally Golf Parade” is scheduled at 10 am.., Sat., Oct 29 starting at the Briarwood Country Club parking lot, 20800 N. 135th Ave., Sun City West. Decorate your golf cart and go to the parking lot where Trump signs will be added before proceeding to the downtown area. Parade participants will return to Briarwood for a buffet luncheon where speakers including Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpairo, Sen Judy Burges, Majority Whip David Livingston and Rep Phil Lovas (Trumps Arizona Campaign Director) will make presentations. Luncheon tickets Are $22 each. Contacts: Roy Jenks at 623-240-0611 or Jan Martinson at 623-546-3753.

The Surprise Tea Party Patriots will meet at 6:30 pm.., Tues., Oct 8 in the Grand Canyon Room of the Sun City West Foundation Plaza, 14465 W R H Johnson Blvd. Sun City West, AZ 85375 to for a Candidate Forum consisting of various Arizona candidates. They will meet again Nov 1, Nov 15, and Dec 6.

The Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Arizona yesterday announced its opposition to Proposition 205. The Boys and Girls Clubs of Arizona offers after school programs in the Prescott and Prescott Valley area. “The hours of 3pm to 7pm are the peak times for unsupervised and board youth to get into trouble, commit or become victims of crime and/or experiment with drugs and alcohol which can derail their path to success. That’s why the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Arizona opposes Proposition 205,” The Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Arizona Board of Directors said. “Legalized recreational marijuana would work directly against our mission - to enable all young people, especially those who need us most to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Arizona provides affordable afterschool programs for youth; aged 6 to 18. These programs are designed to help young people overcome obstacles that may derail their path to success and provides opportunities for youth to focus on academic success, good character and citizenship, and healthy lifestyles.”

Congressman David Schweikert will be the speaker at the Pima County Republican GOVT event between 4:30-7:30 pm., Sat., Oct 8 at the Viscount Suite Hotel, 4855 E Broadway in Tucson. $35 per person. Stop by the office for tickets: 17 W Wetmore, Ste 101. RSVP deadline: Sat., Sept 30.

Donald-Trump-To-Hold-Rally-In-Prescott-Valley on Tuesday, Oct 4 in the Prescott Valley Event Center, 3201 North Main St., Prescott Valley. Doors open at 11 a.m. Get Tickets You may only register up two (2) tickets per mobile number per event. All tickets are subject to first come first serve basis. “Let's fill the 6200 seats!” said Yavapai County Trump Campaign Brenda Dickinson. Contact Dickinson at (928) 925-1549. Those wishing to car pool from the Anthem area should contact Vera Andersen at veraanderson41@gmail.com

Important 2016 Election Dates And Deadlines

Oct 10 – Voter registration deadline for General Election.

Oct 12 – Early Ballot Voting begins for General Election.

Nov 8 – General Election Day.

Trump Team Angi Stamm: Volunteers are needed to work at the Greek Festival of Chandler and the San Tan Chandler Oktoberfest between 11 am – 3pm., Sat., Oct 1. Wear your Trump/Deplorable Patriotic Gear and join us for a sidewalk sign waive and to distribute yard signs and bumper stickers. At 3 pm we will go to our cars and do a "TRUMP TRAIN" caravan over to the San Tan Chandler Oktoberfest in Downtown Chandler and the Greek Festival of Chandler at the St. Katherine Greek Orthodox Church, 2716 N. Dobson Road in Chandler (S of Elliot on W. side of Dobson Rd.) Parking:

- On residential side streets (Comstock or Cheyenne Drive on either side of church)

- SE corner of Dobson/Elliot in the shopping center, but you will have to walk a couple blocks

- or Park & Take Shuttle bus from Seton High School 1150 E Dobson Rd N. of Ray to church

IMPORTANT: I will meet volunteers on the sidewalk, outside the perimeter of the church, closer to the south end of the church. We will be standing outside of the event and will not have a table or booth inside. We are only allowed to be outside on the public sidewalk. Look for Trump signs, you won't be able to miss them. Please RSVP to me Angi Stamm - Trump TEAM DEPLORABLE, 602.561.3817 (I'll have my ringer on!) angi@stammonline.net

Wickenburg Residents Can Pick Up Trump/Pence Yard Signs and bumper stickers at Lydia’s LaCanasta, 2023 W Wickenburg Way (SW corner of Hwy 60/Vulture Peak Way). Voter registration forms are also available at the restaurant. VR forms must be delivered to the Maricopa County Recorder’s office by 5 pm., Oct 1 for the signee to vote in the Nov 8 General Election. Mariachis will be playing between 5:30-7:30 pm, Sat., evening.

The ASU College Republicans will be phone banking for CD9 candidate Dave Giles Mon., Oct 3 at the campaign's headquarters in Tempe. Food and refreshments provided. Bring your smartphone and a pair of headphones with a microphone. Stay as long as you can so you can help us flip this district to Republican. Details: https://www.facebook.com/events/1765224363728484/

Attention Republican Candidates/Group Leaders: If your event announcement is not posted within 24 hours from the time you submitted it - Briefs did NOT receive it. Please resend it to either frostytaylor@cox.net or repcomm@cox.net. – Editor Frosty Taylor

Arizona State Parks is seeking volunteer advisors to the Arizona Outdoor Recreation Coordinating Commission (AORCC). Applications are due Nov 1. All members are appointed to a 3-year term beginning in January 2017. The Arizona State Committee on Trails (ASCOT) represents non-motorized trail interests and serves in an advisory capacity to the AORCC and the Parks Board. The overall mission of the Arizona Trails Program is to promote, develop, and preserve non-motorized trail opportunities throughout the state. Applications ASCOT :azstateparks.com/trailsOHVAG: azparks.wufoo.com/formsNAPAC:azparks.wufoo.com/forms or the Arizona State Parks website under Advisory Committees at www.azstateparks.com or contact Brianne Fisher, Advisory Committee Administrative Assistant at (602) 542-6968 or advisorycommittee@azstateparks.gov

The Arizona Republican Lawyers Association will host Former US Senator Jon Kyl at noon, Mon., Oct 3 luncheon at Snell & Wilmer, One Arizona Center, Downtown Phoenix. $25 per person includes CLE Credit. RSVP to azrepublicanlawyers@gmail.com Kyl will share his 40 year Election Day experiences from being on the forefront of Election Day Operations and lead a discussion the importance of the Nov 8 General Election.

Former two-term Maricopa County Republican Committee Chairman Rob Haney is taping a series of Never McCain video. They will be listed here as Haney releases them:

The Pima County Republican Women and the Foundation for Responsible Accountable Government is hosting “13 Hours: The Inside Account Of What Really Happened In Benghazi” at pm., Fri., Sept 30 at the DoubleTree Hilton Hotel Reid Park, 445 S Alvernon Way in Tucson. Kris Paronto tells the insider account of the attacks in Benghazi. The 13 hours of assault dramatically impacted the lives of those serving in Benghazi and resulted in the loss of an American diplomat, Ambassador Stevens, Info Officer Sean Smith and former Navy Seals Glen Doherty and Tyrone Woods. Paronto shares the details of the moments, decisions and results of the historic day. Contact Mary Preble at 520-409-9269 to register for tickets or questions.

OCT 1

The Sun City West Republican Club will meet Sat., Oct 1 in the Quail Room of the SCW Foundation, 14465 R.H. Johnson Blvd. Coffee and donuts are provided at 8 am. Meeting at 8:30 am. A $2 donation is requested which helps pay for the room rental. The speakers will be the three Republican candidates for the Central Arizona Project (CAP) Water Board -- Michael Francis, a rose farmer from Litchfield Park, whose family has been farming in the west valley for 75 years; Mark Lewis, project manager, who was VP of Engineering for various golf course communities in the Phoenix area, and Jennifer Brown, mother of five children who runs the family Property Management business. The CAP Water Board provides water to Epcor, Peoria, Surprise and Glendale along with 5 million people throughout central AZ. The team will speak on the importance of water conservation and the importance of keeping open the Navajo coal fired power plant that Obama's EPA is trying to shut down, which would cost rate payers billions of dollars. Contact: :Publicity chairlady Jean Goncalves.

The ASU College Republicans will be phone banking for CD9 candidate Dave Giles Mon., Oct 3 at the campaign's headquarters in Tempe. Ff\ood and refreshments provided. Bring your smartphone and a pair of headphones with a microphone. Stay as long as you can so you can help us flip this district to Republican. Details: https://www.facebook.com/events/1765224363728484/

The Lincoln Republican Women’s Club dinner (spouses invited) will be held 6 pm., Mon., Oct 3 at the New McCormick/Millennium Resort, McCormick Ranch, 7401 N Scottsdale Road in Scottsdale, with a Scottsdale City Council Candidate panel consisting of Suzanne Klapp, Virginia Korte, Guy Phillips and Daniel Schweiker. $35 per person. Reservations required by Thur., Sept 29 to Patricia Kaufman 480-368-2777 or patiamiam@gmail.com

The Central Republican Women of Phoenix will conduct election and installation of new officers at 6:30 pm., Thurs., Nov 3. Contact info@crwop.org

OCT 4

The ASU College RepublicansVice Presidential Debate Watch Party between Mike Pence and Tim Kaine is scheduled at 6 pm, Oct 4 in Room: LL 103. Serving food and drinks. This is not their regular meeting room.

The Surprise Tea Party Patriots will not meet Oct 4. Their next meeting is Oct 18 with Arizona GOP candidates in the Grand Canyon Room at theSun City West Foundation Plaza, 14465 W R H Johnson Blvd. Sun City West, AZ 85375. Future meetings are set for Nov 1, Nov 15 and Dec 6. Surprise Tea Party Patriots Website

OCT 5

The Scottsdale Mayoral and City Council Forum ( all 6 candidates) is scheduled at 6 pm., Wed., Oct 5 at The Marshall Art Gallery,7106 E. Main Street, in the Arts District downtown Scottsdale. The event is co-hosted by the Community Council of Scottsdale and COGS -Coalition of Greater Scottsdale. Contact: Frances Drollfannifranni8@hotmail.com

OCT 6

The Colorado River Tea Party will meet at 6 pm., Thurs., Oct 6 to hear in the Community Christian Church, 6480 E Hwy 95 in Yuma. Speaker tba www.coloradoriverteaparty.org

Concerned Citizens for America presents “Our Arizona Border and The Republican Platform What Do They Have In Common?” at 6:30 pm., Thurs., Oct 6 at the Canyon Trails Cowboy Church, 3132 White Bear Road, Sedona, AZ 86336. Presented by Dwight and Andrea Kada. Dwight was a CD1 Delegate to the RNC National Convention. Andrea was also a Delegate from CD 1 and one of two Arizonans on the National Republican Platform Committee. www.ConcernedCitizensforAmerica.com

Mesa Republican Women will meet at 11:30 am, Thurs., Oct 6 at 1900 E. University Drive, Suite 11, Mesa 85213. Lunch is $10 for members, $12 for visitors/guests. Mesa Mayor John Giles will be speaking about the proposed Mesa City sales tax increase; Question 1 on our November ballot. RSVP deadline is Sunday night, Oct 2,tomesarepublicanwomen@cox.netor call (480) 615-0524. MRW meets the first Thursday of each month. Membership is $25, Jan-Dec and Men/Associate Memberships are $15. Upcoming meetings: Nov 3 - Congressman Matt Salmon and other elected officials, also a tribute to o Veterans in honor of Veterans Day. Christmas Party And Membership Drive on December 1st. Enjoy the performing talents of some of our elected officials! Lunch at our December meeting is $5 with a paid membership renewal or new membership. Contact President Sherry Pierce at mesarepublicanwomen@cox.netor (480) 615-0524.

The Central Republican Women of Phoenix will meet for dinner at 6:15 pm., Thurs., Oct 6 at the Hilton Phoenix Suites, 10 E Thomas Road in Phoenix with AZGOP Chairman Robert Graham and 2016 Republican candidates. It is also CWAC Recognition Night. $30 per dinner. Social hour at 5:30 pm with incumbents Rep.Kate Brophy McGee and Maricopa County Recorder Helen Purcell and candidates Maricopa Special Health Care District 5 Director Terry McMahon; CD Eve Nunez; Roosevelt School District candidate Andy Zhang; LD 28 candidates Maria Syms and Mary Hamway; Maricopa County Chief Deputy Treasurer Royce Flora as well as Phoenix City Councilman Bill Gates. RSVP to Jan Webbreservations@crwop.org, or by phone at 602-318-1010 no later than Sun, Oct 2, whether attending or not attending. Parking is available at Phoenix Plaza Parking Garage adjacent to the hotel. Contact info@crwop.org